Hidden Systems: Water, Electricity, the Internet, and the Secrets Behind the Systems We Use Every day

In Hidden Systems, cartoonist Dan Nott illuminates the invisible networks that power modern life, from the flow of water through city pipes to the pulses of electricity and the architecture of the internet. Published by Penguin Random House in 2023, this standalone graphic nonfiction work breaks down complex infrastructure into clear, engaging visuals and accessible explanations. Nott’s debut as both writer and artist, it matters as a thoughtful, one-volume guide that transforms everyday utilities into fascinating subjects of discovery.